Chris Hancock Joins Guardian Jet as Vice President, Business Development

May 26, 2022

Guilford, Conn. – May 27, 2022 – Guardian Jet, a world leader in aircraft brokerage, appraisals, and consulting, is pleased to announce the addition of Chris Hancock to the role of Vice President of Business Development. 

Chris joins the Guardian Jet team with over a decade's worth of experience in aircraft sales. Hancock has done great work for several manufacturers. He's had successful careers with Hawker Beechcraft, and most recently Dassault Falcon.

In his new role, Chris Hancock will be developing and expanding Guardian Jet beyond the company's traditional customer base. In addition, Chris will also be growing the traditional clientele through his exceptional network of previous relationships within the industry.

"I believe that what Guardian Jet offers in research, market knowledge, and size, is unmatched in our industry." Hancock said of Guardian Jet. "Upon joining the team, I hope to help the firm continue to grow as the most chosen and well-respected brokerage in the industry."

From 2013 to March of 2022, Hancock worked at Dassault Falcon as a Sales Director for the New York City and New England territory. Prior to that, Hancock worked for Hawker Beechcraft as a Sales Director in both Europe and Africa. Chris adds an immense amount of aircraft sales knowledge and experience to Guardian Jet's bench strength. This experience directly translates to his new role, as Hancock will be working closely with Guardian Jet's sales team, and directly with customers during acquisitions and sales.

"Chris brings a tremendous amount of industry leadership to the team." Noted Doc Dwyer, President of Guardian Jet. "Having an aviation professional such as Chris join Guardian Jet is a true asset. We're honored that Chris would join our team after such a successful career with Dassault Falcon, we view it as a testament to Guardian Jet's recent growth."

Hancock earned a bachelor's degree in Business Finance from the University of Colorado, in Boulder, Colorado. 

About Guardian Jet

Founded in 2002, Guardian Jet, LLC is a world leader in aircraft brokerage, appraisals, and consulting. Based in Guilford, Connecticut—with satellite offices throughout the United States, Central America, South America, and Europe—the firm distinguishes itself through integrity, transparency, and industry expertise. Guardian Jet’s core mission has always been to earn the right to buy and sell aircraft on behalf of its clientele by providing great consulting advice, market intelligence, and flawless execution. The Vault, Guardian Jet’s aviation asset management portal, is designed to give clients access to search for replacement aircraft and easily manage an aircraft just as they would an asset in a portfolio, all in real-time.